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8849 Tank X rugged phone review: A feature-rich design built around a 1080p DLP projector and a whole lot of weight

The 8849 TANK X is a substantial design with plenty of power, memory and storage that’s ideal for an adventurer.

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Oukitel WP61 Ultra review – the phone that does everything

Why carry a thermal camera, power station, tool kit and phone when you just need to carry this unbreakable block?

Digital Camera World

My testing of the Oukitel WP61 Plus revealed that while it’s not a daily driver, this rugged walkie-talkie phone could be perfect for operating off-grid

The Oukitel WP61 Plus is a rugged, heavyweight design ideal for those operating in harsh, remote environments.

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First solar-powered rugged laptop announced — features a solar panel on the back of the display and a backup battery with 5,200mAh of capacity

A Chinese laptop manufacturer has announced the world's first rugged industrial laptop with a solar panel. The device is geared towards professionals who need a device that can work for long periods of time away from a power outlet.

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I am not sure what features I prefer on the WP500 Ultra: 1TB storage, a privacy kill switch, or the ubercool Predator-style thermal imaging vision

The WP500 Ultra merges thermal imaging, hardware privacy, extreme durability, massive storage, and flagship specifications into a rugged smartphone costing $529.

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This solar-powered laptop that you can dunk in a pool has something surprising that no rivals can offer

The Oukitel RG14-P combines rugged durability, solar charging, hot swappable batteries, and integrated lighting for demanding industrial field environments.

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Best phones of MWC 2026: From concepts to future flagships

Mobile World Congress 2026 delivered the goods

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MWC 2026 day 2: the 7 best gadgets we've seen today, from e-paper phones to tiny SSDs

We're still on the ground in Barcelona at the biggest mobile technology event of the year — here's what we've seen.

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I tested the Blackview Oscal Tank 1 - a rugged phone that sports some neat features, but it's also implausibly big and heavy

The Blackview Oscal Tank 1 is a heavyweight rugged design ideal for those who need extended battery life.

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I tested the Oukitel Industry RT10 - this rugged tablet is packed with features, but it's a shame you need a specialist app for the built-in barcode scanner

The Oukitel Industry RT10 is a business-focused rugged tablet with an 11" FHD touchscreen, 5G connectivity, and storage expansion, and what's more, it's built tough to withstand the elements.

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I tested the RugOne Xever 7 Pro - a lightweight rugged phone with removeable battery that’s dragged down by its processor

The RugOne Xever 7 Pro is a lightweight, rugged design that uses swapable batteries to extend its operating life.

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I tested the Oukitel's latest rugged phone - I love the price, size, and camera, but one baffling decision means it will struggle with the most demanding apps

The Oukitel WP60 is a relatively lightweight rugged phone with a good camera sensor, but it's less impressive in other respects.

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The latest mobile hotspots deliver 5G to almost any device while sparing your phone's battery - here's why businesses won't want to snooze on the newest technology

There are serious productivity gains to be had from hotspotting.

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Finally, here's a phablet for fans of big-screen mobiles - rugged Oukitel's WP60 has a huge 7.2-inch display and up to 512GB storage

Oukitel WP60 is a rugged phablet with a 7.2-inch display, triple rear cameras, and a 10,000mAh battery.

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Oukitel aims at Zebra, Getac with rugged tablet - RT10 Industry has a 2D barcode scanner, NFC, and 5G connectivity

Oukitel launches RT10 Industry rugged tablet with 25,000mAh battery, barcode scanner, NFC, 5G, targeting Zebra and Getac dominance.

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Oukitel's WP61 Plus targets outdoor professionals with a rugged smartphone sporting a 2W walkie-talkie and a massive 20Ah battery...over!

Oukitel’s WP61 Plus unveiled at IFA 2025 combines a huge battery, walkie-talkie functions, and rugged smartphone durability for outdoor professionals.

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I reviewed the Oukitel WP210 and it appears to defy the mythology that lightweight rugged phones are usually compromised

The Outkitel WP210 is a relatively lightweight rugged phone that still manages decent battery life and excellent performance

RideApart

Could This Outdoor-Spec Smartphone Actually Survive the Outdoors, and Me?

One of the big issues with relying on smartphones in the backcountry, despite being satellite capable, is that they break. Oukitel's new WP210 looks to have the specs that might just change that.

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I tested the Oukitel WP56 rugged phone and it’s the best one I’ve ever used - here's why

The Oukitel WP56 is a well-balanced, rugged smartphone, that's ideal for outdoor use, work and camping, with solid build quality, a decent camera, bright camping light, and a relatively good rear mounted speaker.

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I tested out the Ulefone Armor 30 Pro - and this affordable rugged phone has some seriously interesting innovations

The Ulefone Armor 30 Pro offers dual screens, a massive battery and decent cameras for less than $400.

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I reviewed the Oukitel WP300 rugged phone and somehow packs in a earpiece, lamp, and a smartwatch too

Another modular phone from Oukitel, this time with options for a watch and a light.

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One of the most outrageous smartphones of 2025, the one with a 16,000mAh battery, built-in smartwatch and earbuds, will go on sale for less than $400

The Oukitel WP300 packs a massive 16,000mAh battery, detachable smartwatch-earbuds, an LED light, and flagship-level specs - and is launching soon on Kickstarter for just $399.

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I tested the Oukitel WP200 Pro and it's a curiously compelling blend of a phone, earpiece, and smartwatch

A phone that's also a watch and a Bluetooth earpiece, for those who like Bond-inspired gadgets.

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This Swiss Army knife of rugged phones has the largest battery I've seen on a mobile device (and the built-in projector is cool too)

The Oukitel WP100 Titan is a rugged smartphone with built-in projector, camping light, and a huge capacity battery. Essentially filling in the gaps where the Swiss Army knife leaves off.

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The modular smartphone returns, sort of, as Chinese vendor you've probably never heard of unveils rugged mobile with two surprising accessories

Oukitel WP300 Pro rugged smartphone comes with two surprising accessories

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